So the Knicks gave away Carmelo Anthony to the Thunder, who now have their own Big 3 as he joins MVP and triple-double machine Russell Westbrook and another highway robbery acquisition, Paul George.
And what does it mean out West in the NBA?
Not much.
“Golden State is still the class of the West by far,” one rival executive said of the reigning champs.
“The West is so strong. Would you say the Thunder can compete for the second, third or fourth spot?” proposed another executive. “Yes, but I still don’t think they’re as good as Golden State.